Temporary Traumatic Brain Injury Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Registered Nurse Navigator - Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Program

Eligible for RN Sign-On Bonus!

Neurosciences Department
Full-Time | Monday-Friday, Day Shift | On-Site

Position Overview

The Neurosciences Department is seeking a Registered Nurse Navigator to support our growing Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Program. Working closely with a TBI Physiatrist and multidisciplinary care team, this role serves as a key resource for patients and families, ensuring seamless care coordination throughout the recovery journey.

The Nurse Navigator acts as a patient advocate, helping guide patients through complex treatment plans while supporting exceptional clinical outcomes and patient experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care from referral through treatment, follow-up, and transition of care.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and available resources.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, case managers, and other team members to ensure timely, coordinated care.
• Identify barriers to care and connect patients with appropriate support services and community resources.
• Track and monitor program metrics, patient outcomes, and satisfaction measures.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and program development efforts.
• Support communication with referring providers and community partners.
• Perform other duties that contribute to the growth and success of the TBI Program.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN).
• Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Specialty certifications may be required per unit/department specialty in accordance with the department provision of care.
• Requires knowledge of personal computers using various types of word processing and database software.
• Requires clinical work experience, medical terminology.
• Requires understanding of medical record requirements, regulations and policies.

Why Join Our Team?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a foundational role in a growing Traumatic Brain Injury Program and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and families navigating recovery from complex neurological injuries. The Nurse Navigator will be instrumental in shaping the patient experience, strengthening care coordination, and advancing excellence in neuroscience care across the region.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we're home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine - one of the nation's largest medical schools - gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training - advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We're looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.